The first key is to have your accountant take a look at your accounting procedures and make recommendations on how to improve them. He or she may also help in preparing financial projections for the coming year(s). Getting your company's financial house in order is very important in establishing the value of your firm.
The second key is to review the reputation, image, and marketing materials of your company. Certainly, the quality of your product or service is paramount, but how your firm presents itself to customers, clients, suppliers, etc. – and the outside world – is also very important. The appearance of your facilities and customer services – beginning with how people are treated on the telephone or in the waiting/reception area – are the kind of first impressions that are critical in dealing with your customers or clients. Don't forget about the company's Web site; in many cases, it is the initial introduction to your company. Now may also be the time to update your … [Read more...]

The first key is to have your accountant take a look at your accounting procedures and make recommendations on how to improve them. He or she may also help in preparing financial projections for the coming year(s). Getting your company's financial house in order is very important in establishing the value of your firm.
The second key is to review the reputation, image, and marketing materials of your company. Certainly, the quality of your product or service is paramount, but how your firm presents itself to customers, clients, suppliers, etc. – and the outside world – is also very important. The appearance of your facilities and customer services – beginning with how people are treated on the telephone or in the waiting/reception area – are the kind of first impressions that are critical in dealing with your customers or clients. Don't forget about the company's Web site; in many cases, it is the initial introduction to your company. Now may also be the time to update your … [Read more...]

A recent article posted on Business2Community.com entitled “How to Close the Deal and When to Walk Away When Buying or Selling a Business” explains the business sale process and how to differentiate between a good deal and a bad deal during the process. Closing a deal involves quite a bit of legwork, including producing a letter of intent, doing due diligence, acquiring financing, signing a purchase agreement, and actually closing the deal. These items can be easier with the help of a business advisor, broker, or attorney, but emphasis should be placed on the due diligence aspect: knowing the business inside and out is vital to a successful sale.
Walking away from a deal can be difficult for a motivated buyer, but is sometimes necessary to avoid emotional and financial disaster. The following red flags help to signify that it's time to walk away:
Inconsistencies
Neglect
Undisclosed Problems
Poor Credit Rating
The Industry is in Decline
Being prepared is one of the best things that a … [Read more...]

A recent article posted on Business2Community.com entitled “How to Close the Deal and When to Walk Away When Buying or Selling a Business” explains the business sale process and how to differentiate between a good deal and a bad deal during the process. Closing a deal involves quite a bit of legwork, including producing a letter of intent, doing due diligence, acquiring financing, signing a purchase agreement, and actually closing the deal. These items can be easier with the help of a business advisor, broker, or attorney, but emphasis should be placed on the due diligence aspect: knowing the business inside and out is vital to a successful sale.
Walking away from a deal can be difficult for a motivated buyer, but is sometimes necessary to avoid emotional and financial disaster. The following red flags help to signify that it's time to walk away:
Inconsistencies
Neglect
Undisclosed Problems
Poor Credit Rating
The Industry is in Decline
Being prepared is one of the best things that a … [Read more...]

The National Foundation for Women Business Owners (NFWBO) identifies trends relating to the small business climate for women. New studies examining the role of female entrepreneurs by the NFWBO have yielded some surprising and eye-opening results.
A joint IBM, NFWBO study of the top fifty women business owners as well as 10 additional “up-and-coming” business owners reached several interesting conclusions. The women in the study covered a diverse array of industry categories including 27% in manufacturing, 25% in retail and 10% in real estate. 46% of the women inherited a business and over 50% started their own businesses, with 34% starting businesses themselves and another 17% starting businesses with others.
A Preference for Flexibility
One key part of the study centered on the fact that women business owners, in general, appear to prefer smaller operations. Among the 8 million women-owned businesses in the U.S., a full 75% are one person operations. Through ownership of these … [Read more...]

The National Foundation for Women Business Owners (NFWBO) identifies trends relating to the small business climate for women. New studies examining the role of female entrepreneurs by the NFWBO have yielded some surprising and eye-opening results.
A joint IBM, NFWBO study of the top fifty women business owners as well as 10 additional “up-and-coming” business owners reached several interesting conclusions. The women in the study covered a diverse array of industry categories including 27% in manufacturing, 25% in retail and 10% in real estate. 46% of the women inherited a business and over 50% started their own businesses, with 34% starting businesses themselves and another 17% starting businesses with others.
A Preference for Flexibility
One key part of the study centered on the fact that women business owners, in general, appear to prefer smaller operations. Among the 8 million women-owned businesses in the U.S., a full 75% are one person operations. Through ownership of these … [Read more...]

Far too many customers have grown to expect poor customer service. Whether its rude employees and customer support or impersonal robotic phone system responses, customers are often shocked when they receive pleasant customer service. In such a climate, it is clear that businesses that simply treat customers well are taking advantage of a huge opportunity.
If you've ever personally called a credit card or cable company looking for help, then you already know that it can be something of a depressing and even Kafkaesque experience, leaving you feeling drained. More than likely you don't feel too positive about any automated experience that bounces you around from one hold menu to the next. Summed up another way, hold music is never a fun or rewarding experience.
Communication is Always Changing
In the “old days” a telephone call was often a customer's first experience with a business. Now, the game has, of course, changed, with most customers first experience being via the business's … [Read more...]

Far too many customers have grown to expect poor customer service. Whether its rude employees and customer support or impersonal robotic phone system responses, customers are often shocked when they receive pleasant customer service. In such a climate, it is clear that businesses that simply treat customers well are taking advantage of a huge opportunity.
If you've ever personally called a credit card or cable company looking for help, then you already know that it can be something of a depressing and even Kafkaesque experience, leaving you feeling drained. More than likely you don't feel too positive about any automated experience that bounces you around from one hold menu to the next. Summed up another way, hold music is never a fun or rewarding experience.
Communication is Always Changing
In the “old days” a telephone call was often a customer's first experience with a business. Now, the game has, of course, changed, with most customers first experience being via the business's … [Read more...]

Burnout is a strange phenomenon in that often a business owner doesn't know that he or she is experiencing it until it is too late. Owners who feel beleaguered and over stressed frequently want to sell their business and move on. However, buyers are not so eager to accept burnout as a believable reason for why an owner wants to sell.
It is the responsibility of every business owner to be on guard against potential burnout. After all, it is better to “cash in” than to burnout. In this article, we will examine a few of the key warning signs that you may be on the verge of burning out.
Sign 1: There is No Joy in Owning Your Business
Once upon a time, you were likely excited about your business. But if those days are long gone, then it might be time to move on. Owning a business is hard work and eventually it can take a toll. If you find each day to be boring, then it is probably time to sell, move on and start a new chapter in your life.
Sign 2: You Feel Exhausted
Just as feeling … [Read more...]

Burnout is a strange phenomenon in that often a business owner doesn't know that he or she is experiencing it until it is too late. Owners who feel beleaguered and over stressed frequently want to sell their business and move on. However, buyers are not so eager to accept burnout as a believable reason for why an owner wants to sell.
It is the responsibility of every business owner to be on guard against potential burnout. After all, it is better to “cash in” than to burnout. In this article, we will examine a few of the key warning signs that you may be on the verge of burning out.
Sign 1: There is No Joy in Owning Your Business
Once upon a time, you were likely excited about your business. But if those days are long gone, then it might be time to move on. Owning a business is hard work and eventually it can take a toll. If you find each day to be boring, then it is probably time to sell, move on and start a new chapter in your life.
Sign 2: You Feel Exhausted
Just as feeling … [Read more...]

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Displays Unlimited

“Mary Jane and her staff at Dailey Resources sold our business in less than a year (even in this uncertain economy). ...

2014-04-02T13:18:31+00:00

“Mary Jane and her staff at Dailey Resources sold our business in less than a year (even in this uncertain economy). And she did it by bringing in a steady stream of potential buyers/viable offers. Her advertising skills are just superb and her staff is incredibly dedicated. Dailey Resources was on-call and available anytime we had a question. Dailey's staff of Intermediaries carefully guided us through the process and helped us get the price and terms we wanted. We never want to go through that again (we’ve retired). But if we did, we would certainly hire Dailey Resources to close the deal”. Timothy M. Nentrup, Seller

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The Shadow Agency

Buyer: “On behalf of my Partners and myself, I would like to express our appreciation for your assistance in the...

2014-04-02T13:22:05+00:00

Buyer: “On behalf of my Partners and myself, I would like to express our appreciation for your assistance in the three business acquisitions we made during the last 5 months. From the beginning we were aware that you had been retained by the Seller and your responsibility was to the Seller. But the high level of professionalism, integrity and honesty displayed by Dailey Resources, gave us as buyers a feeling of confidence. Based upon our experience we would not hesitate to recommend Dailey Resources, Inc., to any potential Seller or Buyer of a business.” - Jerry Wood, Buyer, The Shadow Agency - Seller: “You know it is really sad that it took me longer to write a letter of recommendation than it took you to sell my business.” Charles Tinsley, Seller, The Shadow Agency

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Goldenlook Of Texas & Goldenlook International

“With your tremendous experience and solid support you led us through difficult moments with confidence and clarity to the successful...

2014-04-02T13:23:21+00:00

“With your tremendous experience and solid support you led us through difficult moments with confidence and clarity to the successful sale of the companies. We would highly recommend Dailey Resources, Inc. to any potential Business Seller or Buyer.” - Bruce and Pat Bolzenthal, Sellers

Stringer’s Chem-Dry

“Your staff has the focus, know-how and experience to see this deal through. After going through this process I now...

2014-04-02T13:24:19+00:00

“Your staff has the focus, know-how and experience to see this deal through. After going through this process I now believe there is absolutley no way I would have been successful in selling my business on my own. I would highly recommend anyone wanting to sell their Business (or buy one) to enlist the aid of Dailey Resources, Inc. You have helped me achieve one of most important long term goals, and I am forever grateful.” - Gary K. Stringer, Stringer’s Chem-Dry

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Weaver Lube Center

“Based on our experience we would not hesitate in recommending Dailey Resources, Inc. to any potential seller or buyer of...

2014-04-02T13:25:31+00:00

“Based on our experience we would not hesitate in recommending Dailey Resources, Inc. to any potential seller or buyer of a business. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you on another deal in the future.” - Jerry W. Wood, Buyer, The Shadow Agency, Weaver Lube Center, In-N-Out Lube Scott Williamson, Buyer “My recommendations for any Buyer would be to seek the expert assistance that Dailey Resources, Inc. provides. It has been a pleasure working with you and your staff.” - Scott Williamson, Buyer

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Interlink Carrier

“Thank you Dailey Resources, Inc. You did a fabulous job selling Interlink (for which I am eternally grateful). I do...

2014-04-02T13:26:24+00:00

“Thank you Dailey Resources, Inc. You did a fabulous job selling Interlink (for which I am eternally grateful). I do not think that anyone else could have represented the value of my company as well as you did. I trust you and everyone at Dailey Resources and therefore I am very confident in recommending you. Please be assured that anytime that I run into someone wanting to sell… or buy a business, I will be referring them to you. They need to start the process with you and finish with you.” - Russell Tether, Seller

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Texas Advertising & Design

“I will recommend your organization to anyone interested in either buying or selling a business. I was impressed with your...

2014-04-02T13:27:29+00:00

“I will recommend your organization to anyone interested in either buying or selling a business. I was impressed with your knowledge and ability to handle the whole process.” - Brian Lynch, Seller, Texas Advertising and Design

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Semi-Trailer Mobile Repair Service

“You will never know how much it means to have someone to work with that cares about others and what...

2014-04-02T13:29:11+00:00

“You will never know how much it means to have someone to work with that cares about others and what they want to accomplish. When talking with any one of you on the phone, it is a pleasure.” - Joseph L. Stevens, Seller, Semi Trailer Mobile Repair Service

Forrester Distributing

“Thank you for a job well done. Be assured that I will recommend Dailey Resources, Inc. to anyone that needs...

2014-04-02T13:30:12+00:00

“Thank you for a job well done. Be assured that I will recommend Dailey Resources, Inc. to anyone that needs to find a business.” - Roger Lambdin, Buyer, Forrester Distributing

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Uptime Corporation

“Dailey was forthright at all phases of our deal. We never had to be concerned with whether we were being...

2014-04-02T13:30:57+00:00

“Dailey was forthright at all phases of our deal. We never had to be concerned with whether we were being misled or misinformed. If we had to come up with one word to describe Dailey Resources, Inc., it would be “INTEGRITY”. - Bryon L. Hay, Seller, Uptime Corporation

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Electrotech Systems, Inc.

“I want to thank you for making this whole transaction work out. Your ability to match my capabilities and interests...

2014-04-02T13:31:55+00:00

“I want to thank you for making this whole transaction work out. Your ability to match my capabilities and interests with the right business was uncanny. Your skill in navigating through the financial and governmental maze made the trip considerably easier.” - Richard Pell, Buyer, Electrotech Systems, Inc

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Identitec

“Thank you, Mary Jane, for the tremendous value Dailey Resources, Inc. provided to me as a buyer. You made my...

2014-04-02T13:32:40+00:00

“Thank you, Mary Jane, for the tremendous value Dailey Resources, Inc. provided to me as a buyer. You made my dream of owning a business become a reality.” - John Pichler, Buyer, Identitec